Otley the Whartons Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Otley the Whartons Primary School
Otley the Whartons Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Otley the Whartons Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Dickson, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5610th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 204 in Leeds.
Otley the Whartons Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 28 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Otley the Whartons Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Otley the Whartons Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Whartons, Otley, Leeds, LS21 2BS |
| Headteacher | Julia Dickson |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5610th of 13,686
Nationally
579th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
86th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
94
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Whartons, Otley
Leeds, LS21 2BS
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